Aqara Camera E1 vs Aqara Camera Hub G3

Full Smart Cameras comparison in 2026

Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara site.
2026 verdict
For 2026, Aqara Camera Hub G3 is the stronger overall choice. It separates itself most clearly on alerts, hub, and gestures recognition, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. Choose Aqara Camera E1 only if price and talk & listen matters more to you than the broader advantage from Aqara Camera Hub G3. For most setups, Aqara Camera Hub G3 is the smarter buy.
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FeatureAqara Camera E1Aqara Camera Hub G3Winner
Price$49.99$89.99Aqara Camera E1
AlertsMotion, PeopleMotion, People, Animals, Familiar FacesAqara Camera Hub G3
HubNoneZigbee CoordinatorAqara Camera Hub G3
Talk & ListenYESNOAqara Camera E1
Gestures RecognitionNOYESAqara Camera Hub G3
Rating4.24.2Tie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
PoENONOTie
Solar ChargingNONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz WifiTie
StorageMicroSD Card Slot, CloudMicroSD Card Slot, CloudTie
Aqara

Aqara Camera E1

23% OFF
$64.99
$49.99
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  • + Price: $49.99
  • + Talk & Listen: YES
  • - Alerts: Motion, People vs Motion, People, Animals, Familiar Faces
  • - Hub: None vs Zigbee Coordinator
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Aqara

Aqara Camera Hub G3

18% OFF
$109.99
$89.99
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  • + Alerts: Motion, People, Animals, Familiar Faces
  • + Hub: Zigbee Coordinator
  • + Gestures Recognition: YES
  • - Price: $89.99 vs $49.99
  • - Talk & Listen: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aqara Camera E1 or Aqara Camera Hub G3?
Aqara Camera Hub G3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for alerts, hub, and gestures recognition.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Camera E1 and Aqara Camera Hub G3?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Camera E1 lists $49.99, while Aqara Camera Hub G3 lists $89.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Aqara Camera E1 is listed at $49.99, while Aqara Camera Hub G3 is listed at $89.99. Aqara Camera E1 (better spec).
Who should buy Aqara Camera E1?
Choose Aqara Camera E1 if your priority is price and talk & listen and that matters more than alerts.
Who should buy Aqara Camera Hub G3?
Choose Aqara Camera Hub G3 if your priority is alerts and hub and that matters more than price.
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